Sigma Defense
1699 - Network Engineer IV
$125K–$145K
San Diego, California · Full-time · Posted Nov 3, 2026
- Experience
- 3–5 years of network engineering experience.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Network Engineering, Computer Science, or related field of study.
About the job
Provides afloat C4ISR network engineering, integration, cybersecurity support, and sustainment for the Navy’s carrier training tactical system.
What you'll do
- Maintain, configure, troubleshoot, update, and test carrier training network hardware, software, and baselines.
- Support shipboard ITs during Fleet training, pier-side and underway testing, and readiness exercises.
- Support cybersecurity compliance, document system status and test findings, and coordinate updates with NIWC, shipboard, and Fleet stakeholders.
What they ask for
- 3–5 years of network engineering experience; strong network engineering and troubleshooting skills.
- Familiarity with Navy tactical networks and enclaves (NIPR/SIPR/CANES); ability to work across shipboard, NIWC, and TYCOM stakeholders and communicate effectively.
- U.S. citizenship; active Secret clearance to begin work (or ability to obtain an active Secret clearance or higher).
- DoD 8570 IAT Level II (Security+) and CCNA/CCNP certifications; bachelor’s degree in Network Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
Nice to have
- Experience with automation development, scripting, or infrastructure-as-code (e.g. Ansible, Python); familiarity with DevSecOps principles and Zero Trust architectures.
- Previous CANES, ADNS, Carrier Training Unit, Fleet training, or afloat training experience; TS/SCI clearance is preferred but not required.
Pay
USD 125,000 - 145,000 annually (base salary)
Tools
Ansible, Python, Bash, PowerShell, Linux (RHEL), Windows Server, Cisco IOS/NX-OS, Juniper JUNOS
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